5. Add flour mixture to pear mixture, stirring just until all ingredients appear wet. Do not overmix. Batter will be thick.

6. Divide batter among prepared muffin cups. They will be heaping full.

7. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

8. Remove muffins immediately, and place on wire rack for cooling.

Nutrition information (per muffin):

Calories: 265

Protein: 5 g

Carbohydrate: 44 g

Fat: 9 g

Saturated Fat: 0.5 g

Cholesterol: 24 mg

Sodium: 300 mg

Calcium: 47 mg

Iron: 1.4 mg

Vitamin A: 45 IU

Vitamin C: 2 mg

Fiber: 4 g

Kim Galeaz is a registered dietitian and owner of Galeaz Food & Nutrition Communications based in Indianapolis and Jacksonville, Fla. As a culinary-nutrition consultant, writer and spokesperson for the food, beverage and agriculture industry, Kim is passionate about blending great taste with good health in all her culinary creations.

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